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'''Rarity''' is a term used to describe how difficult it is to obtain a particular card from an [[List of Pokémon Trading Card Game expansions|expansion]] in the {{pkmn|Trading Card Game}}. The rarity is represented by a symbol ({{rar|Common}}, {{rar|Uncommon}}, or {{rar|Rare}}) on the bottom right corner of every card. Though rarity typically correlates to the actual frequency at which a card is found in official {{TCG|Booster pack}}s (also known as the ''"pull ratio"''), some cards can be uncharacteristically common or rare for their official rarity.
{{search|a concept in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]]|a related concept in the core series video games|List of Pokémon by availability}}
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[[File:BulbasaurDetectivePikachu1.jpg|thumb|250px|[[Bulbasaur (Detective Pikachu 1)|Bulbasaur]], a Common ({{rar|Common|}}/{{rar|C}}) card from the {{TCG|Detective Pikachu}} subset]]


==Fixed==
In the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]], the '''rarity''' of a particular card (also known as the '''pull ratio''') describes how difficult it is to obtain that particular card within each [[List of Pokémon Trading Card Game expansions|expansion]]. Though rarity typically correlates to the actual frequency at which a card is found in official {{TCG|Booster pack}}s, some cards can be uncharacteristically common or rare for their official rarity.
Certain cards, such as those from certain decks (such as a [[Trainer Kit]] or some Japanese half or quarter decks) do not have a rarity listed on the bottom right corner of the card, and instead have the silhouette of the main Pokémon within the kit (such as the silhouette of {{p|Sylveon}} and {{p|Noivern}} in their respective half decks in the {{TCG|XY Trainer Kit}} — [[File:SylveonHalfDeckSymbol.png|20px]] '''/''' [[File:NoivernHalfDeckSymbol.png|25px]]).
 
There are three main rarities, represented on each card by a symbol printed at the bottom of each card: Common ({{rar|Common}}), Uncommon ({{rar|Uncommon}}) and Rare ({{rar|Rare}}). Some of the more exclusive Rare cards are known as Ultra Rare ({{rar|Ultra-Rare Rare}}). Starting from [[Black & White (TCG)|ブラックコレクション ''Black Collection'' and ホワイトコレクション ''White Collection'']], Japanese releases, rather than using symbols, use bolded letters to denote rarity; for example, {{rar|C}}, {{rar|U}}, {{rar|R}} and {{rar|RR}}. Each non-promotional card released in an expansion pack has a set rarity. The rarity of a card may vary between Japanese and other-language releases; that is, a card which is Common ({{rar|C}}) in the Japanese release may be Uncommon ({{rar|Uncommon}}) in the English-language release (for example, [[Sudowoodo (Sword & Shield 100)]].


===Promos===
Every English-language {{TCG|Booster pack}} is guaranteed to contain at least 1 Rare ({{rar|Rare}}) card and generally 3 Uncommon ({{rar|Uncommon}}) cards; the remainder will usually be Common ({{rar|Common}}). Starting from the {{tcg|Legendary Collection}} expansion, each Booster pack is also guaranteed to contain 1 Reverse [[Holofoil]] card, which is a card of any Rarity with Holofoil printing on the background of the card but not on the image of the Pokémon, Item or Supporter. {{TCG|Energy}} cards do not have a rarity.
Promos are promotional cards released during an event (such as {{DL|Play! Pokémon|TCG Premier Events|TCG Championships}}) or in certain merchandise (such as in tins). They have a {{DL|Promotional cards (TCG)|Black Star Promos|Black Star Promo}} symbol ([[File:SetSymbolPromo.png|20px]]) instead of a rarity symbol in the bottom right corner.


==Rarity levels==
==Standard rarity==
===Common===
===Common===
Common cards are marked with a circle ({{rar|Common}}) and usually consist of basic, [[Evolution|unevolved]] Pokémon. Most English {{TCG|Booster pack}}s contain four to five Common cards.
Common cards are marked with a circle ({{rar|Common}}) and usually consist of basic, [[Evolution|unevolved]] Pokémon. Most English {{TCG|Booster pack}}s contain four to five Common cards. Common cards can also come in a Reverse [[Holofoil]] print.
 
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! class="roundytop" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #{{tcg grass color}}; border: 2px solid #{{tcg grass color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Grookey (Sword & Shield 11)}}
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| class="roundybottom" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #fff; border: 2px solid #{{tcg grass color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | [[File:GrookeySwordShield11.jpg|250px]]
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! class="roundytop" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #{{tcg fire color}}; border: 2px solid #{{tcg fire color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Scorbunny (Sword & Shield 31)}}
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| class="roundybottom" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #fff; border: 2px solid #{{tcg fire color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | [[File:ScorbunnySwordShield31.jpg|250px]]
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! class="roundytop" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #{{tcg water color}}; border: 2px solid #{{tcg water color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Sobble (Sword & Shield 54)}}
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| class="roundybottom" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #fff; border: 2px solid #{{tcg water color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | [[File:SobbleSwordShield55.jpg|250px]]
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===Uncommon===
===Uncommon===
Uncommon cards are marked with a diamond ({{rar|Uncommon}}) and can consist of both [[Evolution|evolved]] and unevolved Pokémon. Most English {{TCG|Booster pack}}s contain three Uncommon cards.
Uncommon cards are marked with a diamond ({{rar|Uncommon}}) and can consist of both [[Evolution|evolved]] and unevolved Pokémon. Most English {{TCG|Booster pack}}s contain three Uncommon cards. Uncommon cards can also come in a Reverse [[Holofoil]] print.
 
{| align="left"
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! class="roundytop" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #{{tcg lightning color}}; border: 2px solid #{{tcg lightning color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Galvantula (Emerging Powers 34)}}
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| class="roundybottom" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #fff; border: 2px solid #{{tcg lightning color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | [[File:GalvantulaEmergingPowers34.jpg|250px]]
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! class="roundytop" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #{{tcg psychic color}}; border: 2px solid #{{tcg psychic color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Haunter (Stormfront 40)}}
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| class="roundybottom" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #fff; border: 2px solid #{{tcg psychic color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | [[File:HaunterStormfront40.jpg|250px]]
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! class="roundytop" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #{{tcg fighting color}}; border: 2px solid #{{tcg fighting color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Sandslash (Fossil 41)}}
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| class="roundybottom" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #fff; border: 2px solid #{{tcg fighting color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | [[File:SandslashFossil41.jpg|250px]]
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===Rare===
===Rare===
Rare cards are marked with a star ({{rar|Rare}}) and usually consist of [[Evolution|evolved]] and [[Legendary Pokémon]]. Most English {{TCG|Booster pack}}s contain at least one guaranteed Rare card. Almost all regular [[Holofoil]] are Rare cards.
Rare cards are marked with a star ({{rar|Rare}}) and usually consist of [[Evolution|evolved]] and [[Legendary Pokémon]]. Most English {{TCG|Booster pack}}s contain at least one guaranteed Rare card. Rare cards can also come in a Reverse [[Holofoil]] print. If a Booster pack contains a Reverse Holofoil Rare card, this is in addition to the guaranteed Rare card.
 
The guaranteed Rare card may come in one of four sub-classifications of Rare card:
* '''Regular Rare''', which are marked with {{rar|Rare}}) but do not have any holofoil design
* '''Holofoil Rare''', which are marked with {{rar|Rare}}) and also have a Holofoil design on the card art
* '''Ultra Rare''', which are marked with {{rar|Ultra-Rare Rare}} and are typically associated with [[:Category:Pokémon card classifications|a unique card classification or mechanic]] such as {{TCG|Pokémon V}}
* '''{{TCG|Secret card|Secret Rare}}''', which are cards with set numbers outside the printed size of the set (for example, a card numbered 101/100), marked with {{rar|Ultra-Rare Rare}}, and have a unique artwork scheme such as a Rainbow Holofoil print.


===Holofoil Rare===
====Holofoil Rare====
{{main|Holofoil card}}
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A small amount of rare cards within each expansion are available as '''Holofoil Rare'''. These cards have a Holofoil pattern on the card art. They are rarer than regular Rare cards; cards that are available as Holofoil Rare are also available as Regular Rare. A Holofoil Rare is not guaranteed in English Booster packs.
A small amount of rare cards within each expansion are Holofoil. It may be pulled from an English {{TCG|Booster pack}} as the Rare card but is not guaranteed. They are rarer compared to non-holofoil rare cards.


There are many types of [[Holofoil card|Holofoil]], which occasionally changes after a series of expansions:
There are many types of [[Holofoil card|Holofoil]], which occasionally changes after a series of expansions:
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* Between {{TCG|XY}} and {{TCG|Steam Siege}}, the holofoil pattern is changed to "Sheen Holofoil". There are differences between the language of the card; Japanese holofoil cards refract light in a diagonal direction from bottom left to top right across the entire card; Korean holofoil cards have the same effect and direction, but only cover the image of the Pokémon; and international releases have the same effect as Japanese cards, but only cover the image, and the direction is from bottom right to top left.
* Between {{TCG|XY}} and {{TCG|Steam Siege}}, the holofoil pattern is changed to "Sheen Holofoil". There are differences between the language of the card; Japanese holofoil cards refract light in a diagonal direction from bottom left to top right across the entire card; Korean holofoil cards have the same effect and direction, but only cover the image of the Pokémon; and international releases have the same effect as Japanese cards, but only cover the image, and the direction is from bottom right to top left.
* Between {{TCG|Sun & Moon}} and {{TCG|Cosmic Eclipse}}, the holofoil pattern is called "Water-Web Holofoil". These cards refract light in a wave-like pattern in all releases. However, only the Japanese releases cover the border with the pattern.
* Between {{TCG|Sun & Moon}} and {{TCG|Cosmic Eclipse}}, the holofoil pattern is called "Water-Web Holofoil". These cards refract light in a wave-like pattern in all releases. However, only the Japanese releases cover the border with the pattern.
* Starting from {{TCG|Sword & Shield}}, the holofoil pattern is a series of thin vertical stripes that refract light from the top to the bottom of the image.
* Certain Theme Decks have exclusive versions of the featured card: in the Black and White era, the featured card had a Cracked Ice/Shattered effect. The same effect was used in some blisters as well.
* Certain Theme Decks have exclusive versions of the featured card: in the Black and White era, the featured card had a Cracked Ice/Shattered effect. The same effect was used in some blisters as well.


===Ultra Rare===
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Ultra rare (also called super rare) cards are typically marked as Rare [[Holofoil]] cards, but sometimes have unique symbols denoting their rarity. As such, they will replace the rare card in the {{TCG|Booster pack}}. As their name suggests, ultra rare cards are far more difficult to acquire than typical rare cards. Most ultra rare cards are associated with a unique mechanic, such as {{TCG|Pokémon-ex}}, {{TCG|Pokémon LV.X|Pokémon LV.''X''}}, {{TCG|Pokémon LEGEND}}, {{TCG|Pokémon Prime}} or {{TCG|Pokémon-EX}}.
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| colspan=3 | ''Examples of Regular Rare or Holofoil Rare cards''
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! class="roundytop" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #{{tcg darkness color}}; border: 2px solid #{{tcg darkness color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | {{color2|fff|Houndoom (Dragons Exalted 75)}}
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| class="roundybottom" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #fff; border: 2px solid #{{tcg darkness color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | [[File:HoundoomDragonsExalted75.jpg|250px]]
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! class="roundytop" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #{{tcg metal color}}; border: 2px solid #{{tcg metal color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Aegislash (XY 86)}}
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| class="roundybottom" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #fff; border: 2px solid #{{tcg metal color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | [[File:AegislashXY86.jpg|250px]]
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! class="roundytop" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #{{tcg colorless color}}; border: 2px solid #{{tcg colorless color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Dragonite (Legends Awakened 2)}}
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| class="roundybottom" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #fff; border: 2px solid #{{tcg colorless color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | [[File:DragoniteLegendsAwakened2.jpg|250px]]
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====Ultra Rare====
'''Ultra Rare''' (sometimes known as '''Super Rare''') cards are typically marked as Rare [[Holofoil]] cards, but sometimes have unique symbols denoting their rarity. As such, they will replace the rare card in the {{TCG|Booster pack}}. As their name suggests, ultra rare cards are far more difficult to acquire than typical rare cards. Most ultra rare cards are associated with a unique mechanic, such as {{TCG|Pokémon-ex}}, {{TCG|Pokémon LV.X|Pokémon LV.''X''}}, {{TCG|Pokémon LEGEND}}, {{TCG|Pokémon Prime}}, {{TCG|Pokémon-EX}}, or {{TCG|Pokémon V}}.
 
* '''{{TCG|Pokémon ex}}''' were introduced in {{TCG|EX Ruby & Sapphire}}. The DP Era marked the end of Pokémon ex, where they were replaced with {{TCG|Pokémon LV.X}}. the ''ex'' in Pokémon ex stands for "extra" - the extra effects and attacks that Pokémon ex have. Pokémon ex broke the previous HP limit of 120 HP, as well as having more powerful attacks. They were also immune to some effects. However, they were susceptible to a larger number of negative effects meant to counter Pokémon ex, and in many instances, had more than one weakness, or a higher retreat cost. The most outstanding difference between a Pokémon ex and a regular card is that if it is knocked out, the opponent takes two prize cards instead of one. They had a cosmos holofoil effect in the image as well as on the border of the card. They rarely appeared as Secret Cards (there are rare instances, such as Rocket's Raikou ex or Rocket's Persian ex, where they appear as Secret Cards.)
* '''{{TCG|Pokémon Star}}''' were featured in [[EX Team Rocket Returns]], and last released in [[POP Series 5]]. Reminiscent of Shining Pokémon, they are alternatively colored, have beneficial attacks and the 1-per-deck rule, but no longer feature multiple Energy-type attacks (aside from Latias, Latios and Rayquaza). They have portions of their body outside the borders of the image, Golden tinges and holographic shadows are added to various parts of the card. All Pokémon Star are Basic Pokémon regardless of their stage of evolution normally. δ Delta Species Pokémon Star are the type that their shiny coloration is the color of. Their unique rarity symbol is Shiny Rare Holo ([[File:Rarity ShinyRare Holo.png]]).
* '''{{TCG|Pokémon LV.X}}''' were introduced in {{TCG|Diamond & Pearl}} to replace Pokémon ex and Pokémon Star, and made their final appearance in the {{TCG|Arceus}} expansion. It has the strength, rarity, holofoil borders, protruding parts of Pokémon ex and Pokémon Star. They are treated as 'Level-Up' cards, as opposed to evolution, but has the same effects as evolution: the card cannot be played on the first turn or on the turn that its non Leveled Up card is played, and lose any {{TCG|Special Conditions}} that were affecting it before Level-Up. However, Pokémon on the bench cannot be leveled up. Pokémon LV.X can still use the attacks and Pokémon Powers of the card underneath it. They had the rarity of Rare Holo LV.X ([[File:Rarity Rare Holo LV.X.png]]).
* '''{{TCG|Pokémon LEGEND}}''' were introduced in {{TCG|HeartGold & SoulSilver}} along with Pokémon Prime as a replacement for Pokémon LV.X. Pokémon LEGEND cards have two halves - one of the top half, the other of the bottom half - and comprises 1 or 2 Pokémon. Both cards must be played at the same time onto the bench, and is treated as one card. However, it is treated as two separate cards outside of play, for example, in the hand or deck. The illustration takes up three-quarters of the card, with the text on a corner of the bottom half. The two Pokémon are either part of a Legendary duo or trio. The entire card is holofoil, and the rarity symbol is Rare Holofoil LEGEND ([[File:Rarity Rare Holo LEGEND.png]]). The last Pokémon LEGEND card was featured in Triumphant.
* '''{{TCG|Pokémon Prime}}''' were introduced along with Pokémon LEGEND in {{TCG|HeartGold & SoulSilver}} and was last released in Triumphant. They are unique compared to other Ultra Rare cards as their names are regular and have no special game mechanics compared to normal cards. However, they are considerably stronger compared to their regular counterparts, have a different card design (with 'leering' eyes and a special design at the edge of the image border), as well a holographic image and name to reflect their rarity. Their rarity symbol is Super Rare Holo ([[File:Rarity SuperRare Holo.png]]).
* '''{{TCG|Pokémon-EX}}''' were introduced in {{TCG|Next Destinies}}, and has an "EX" in its name. They are all Basic Pokémon, and were all Legendary Pokémon until the release of Legendary Treasures, which saw the first non-Legendary Pokémon-EX cards. Most, but not all, of the cards have a [[Full Art card (TCG)|Full Art]] print as well, where the image covers the whole card. Pokémon-EX have the same rules as Pokémon-ex; they have higher HP than normal cards, and if it is Knocked Out, the opponent takes two Prize cards instead of one. Similar to Pokémon LV.X, the Pokémon 'break' the borders of the image, seeming to 'come' out of the image. An additional special effect is included on the border of each card, based on the characteristic of the card, such as leaves on the border of Shaymin-EX's card. M Pokémon-EX were introduced in {{TCG|XY}} to reflect the introduction of Mega Pokémon in the games. They had a stylized M before its name, higher HP (breaking the previous HP limit) and more powerful attacks. In terms of design, they were similar to regular Pokémon-EX, but has the name of its attack in the artwork in another language (for example, the English name of the attack on Japanese or Korean cards, and the Japanese name on international releases). In gameplay, they had to be evolved from the previous Pokémon-EX, and doing so ends the player's turn.
* '''{{TCG|Pokémon-GX}}''' were introduced in {{TCG|Sun & Moon}}, and all have "GX" in their name. There are two main differences between Pokémon-EX and Pokémon-GX. The first is that Pokémon-GX are not always basic Pokémon (i.e. [[Solgaleo (TCG)#Solgaleo-GX|Solgaleo-GX]] must be evolved from a {{TCG|Cosmoem}} card), and the other is that Pokémon-GX have an exclusive mechanic called known as GX attacks. These attacks are based on the [[Z-Move]]s mechanic introduced in {{g|Sun and Moon}} and like them, have more powerful effects and/or damage output than normal attacks. However, each player can only use one GX attack per game. As far as rarity goes, there are three rarities to most Pokémon-GX, two of which are considered to be "Ultra Rare" when featured in main sets. These two are the normal variant, whose artwork covers most of the card, and like Pokémon-EX, the [[Full Art card (TCG)|Full Art]] variant. However, as is noted below, the Full Art variants are not considered Ultra Rare in the Japanese releases, but instead are Secret cards.
* '''{{TCG|Pokémon-GX|Tag Team-GX}}''' were introduced in {{TCG|Team Up}}, and have three major differences on gameplay compared to normal Pokémon-GX cards. The first is that they are always basic Pokémon, regardless of what stage of evolution the Pokémon shown are in. Second is that their GX attacks gain an additional effect if a certain amount of Energy is attached to them (in addition to the attack's cost). The third major difference is the added TAG TEAM rule, stating that when one is knocked out, your opponent takes three prize cards as opposed to the usual two of normal Pokémon GX. They have the same [[Full Art card (TCG)|Full Art]] variants as regular Pokémon-GX, and have a second variant which expands on the story behind the Pokémon shown on the card (sometimes found as a promo card instead). Both of these variants are Secret cards in the Japanese releases, however.
* '''{{TCG|Pokémon V}}''' and '''{{TCG|Pokémon VMAX}}''' were introduced in {{TCG|Sword & Shield}}. They are similar to {{TCG|Pokémon-EX}} in that they possess greater HP and stronger attacks than standard cards. Some Pokémon V have a [[Full Art card (TCG)|Full Art]] variant; all Pokémon VMAX cards are printed in the Full Art style.


* {{TCG|Pokémon ex}} were introduced in {{TCG|EX Ruby & Sapphire}}. The DP Era marked the end of Pokémon ex, where they were replaced with {{TCG|Pokémon LV.X}}. the ''ex'' in Pokémon ex stands for "extra" - the extra effects and attacks that Pokémon ex have. Pokémon ex broke the previous HP limit of 120 HP, as well as having more powerful attacks. They were also immune to some effects. However, they were susceptible to a larger number of negative effects meant to counter Pokémon ex, and in many instances, had more than one weakness, or a higher retreat cost. The most outstanding difference between a Pokémon ex and a regular card is that if it is knocked out, the opponent takes two prize cards instead of one. They had a cosmos holofoil effect in the image as well as on the border of the card. They rarely appeared as Secret Cards (there are rare instances, such as Rocket's Raikou ex or Rocket's Persian ex, where they appear as Secret Cards.)
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* {{TCG|Pokémon Star}} were featured in [[EX Team Rocket Returns]], and last released in [[POP Series 5]]. Reminiscent of Shining Pokémon, they are alternatively colored, have beneficial attacks and the 1-per-deck rule, but no longer feature multiple Energy-type attacks (aside from Latias, Latios and Rayquaza). They have portions of their body outside the borders of the image, Golden tinges and holographic shadows are added to various parts of the card. All Pokémon Star are Basic Pokémon regardless of their stage of evolution normally. δ Delta Species Pokémon Star are the type that their shiny coloration is the color of. Their unique rarity symbol is Shiny Rare Holo ([[File:Rarity ShinyRare Holo.png]]).
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* {{TCG|Pokémon LV.X}} were introduced in {{TCG|Diamond & Pearl}} to replace Pokémon ex and Pokémon Star, and made their final appearance in the {{TCG|Arceus}} expansion. It has the strength, rarity, holofoil borders, protruding parts of Pokémon ex and Pokémon Star. They are treated as 'Level-Up' cards, as opposed to evolution, but has the same effects as evolution: the card cannot be played on the first turn or on the turn that its non Leveled Up card is played, and lose any {{TCG|Special Conditions}} that were affecting it before Level-Up. However, Pokémon on the bench cannot be leveled up. Pokémon LV.X can still use the attacks and Pokémon Powers of the card underneath it. They had the rarity of Rare Holo LV.X ([[File:Rarity Rare Holo LV.X.png]]).
| colspan=3 | ''Examples of Ultra Rare cards''
* {{TCG|Pokémon LEGEND}} were introduced in {{TCG|HeartGold & SoulSilver}} along with Pokémon Prime as a replacement for Pokémon LV.X. Pokémon LEGEND cards have two halves - one of the top half, the other of the bottom half - and comprises 1 or 2 Pokémon. Both cards must be played at the same time onto the bench, and is treated as one card. However, it is treated as two separate cards outside of play, for example, in the hand or deck. The illustration takes up three-quarters of the card, with the text on a corner of the bottom half. The two Pokémon are either part of a Legendary duo or trio. The entire card is holofoil, and the rarity symbol is Rare Holofoil LEGEND ([[File:Rarity Rare Holo LEGEND.png]]). The last Pokémon LEGEND card was featured in Triumphant.
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* {{TCG|Pokémon Prime}} were introduced along with Pokémon LEGEND in {{TCG|HeartGold & SoulSilver}} and was last released in Triumphant. They are unique compared to other Ultra Rare cards as their names are regular and have no special game mechanics compared to normal cards. However, they are considerably stronger compared to their regular counterparts, have a different card design (with 'leering' eyes and a special design at the edge of the image border), as well a holographic image and name to reflect their rarity. Their rarity symbol is Super Rare Holo ([[File:Rarity SuperRare Holo.png]]).
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* {{TCG|Pokémon-EX}} were introduced in {{TCG|Next Destinies}}, and has an "EX" in its name. They are all Basic Pokémon, and were all Legendary Pokémon until the release of Legendary Treasures, which saw the first non-Legendary Pokémon-EX cards. Most, but not all, of the cards have a Full Art print as well, where the image covers the whole card. Pokémon-EX have the same rules as Pokémon-ex; they have higher HP than normal cards, and if it is Knocked Out, the opponent takes two Prize cards instead of one. Similar to Pokémon LV.X, the Pokémon 'break' the borders of the image, seeming to 'come' out of the image. An additional special effect is included on the border of each card, based on the characteristic of the card, such as leaves on the border of Shaymin-EX's card. M Pokémon-EX were introduced in {{TCG|XY}} to reflect the introduction of Mega Pokémon in the games. They had a stylized M before its name, higher HP (breaking the previous HP limit) and more powerful attacks. In terms of design, they were similar to regular Pokémon-EX, but has the name of its attack in the artwork in another language (for example, the English name of the attack on Japanese or Korean cards, and the Japanese name on international releases). In gameplay, they had to be evolved from the previous Pokémon-EX, and doing so ends the player's turn.
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* {{TCG|Pokémon-GX}} were introduced in {{TCG|Sun & Moon}}, and all have "GX" in their name. There are two main differences between Pokémon-EX and Pokémon-GX. The first is that Pokémon-GX are not always basic Pokémon (i.e. [[Solgaleo (TCG)#Solgaleo-GX|Solgaleo-GX]] must be evolved from a {{TCG|Cosmoem}} card), and the other is that Pokémon-GX have an exclusive mechanic called known as GX attacks. These attacks are based on the [[Z-Move]]s mechanic introduced in {{g|Sun and Moon}} and like them, have more powerful effects and/or damage output than normal attacks. However, each player can only use one GX attack per game. As far as rarity goes, there are three rarities to most Pokémon-GX, two of which are considered to be "Ultra Rare" when featured in main sets. These two are the normal variant, whose artwork covers most of the card, and like Pokémon-EX, the Full Art variant. However, as is noted below, the Full Art variants are not considered Ultra Rare in the Japanese releases, but instead are Secret cards.
! class="roundytop" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #{{tcg grass color}}; border: 2px solid #{{tcg grass color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Shaymin-EX (Next Destinies 5)}}
* {{TCG|Pokémon-GX|Tag Team-GX}} were introduced in {{TCG|Team Up}}, and have three major differences on gameplay compared to normal Pokémon-GX cards. The first is that they are always basic Pokémon, regardless of what stage of evolution the Pokémon shown are in. Second is that their GX attacks gain an additional effect if a certain amount of Energy is attached to them (in addition to the attack's cost). The third major difference is the added TAG TEAM rule, stating that when one is knocked out, your opponent takes three prize cards as opposed to the usual two of normal Pokémon GX. They have the same Full Art variants as regular Pokémon-GX, and have a second variant which expands on the story behind the Pokémon shown on the card (sometimes found as a promo card instead). Both of these variants are Secret cards in the Japanese releases, however.
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| class="roundybottom" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #fff; border: 2px solid #{{tcg grass color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | [[File:ShayminEXNextDestinies5.jpg|250px]]
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! class="roundytop" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #{{tcg fighting color}}; border: 2px solid #{{tcg fighting color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Lycanroc-GX (Guardians Rising 74)}}
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| class="roundybottom" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #fff; border: 2px solid #{{tcg fighting color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | [[File:LycanrocGXGuardiansRising74.jpg|250px]]
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! class="roundytop" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #{{tcg water color}}; border: 2px solid #{{tcg water color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Lapras VMAX (Sword & Shield 50)}}
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===Secret Rare===
====Secret Rare====
:''Main article: {{TCG|Secret card}}''
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Secret rare cards are cards with set numbers outside the printed size of the set (for example, a card numbered 101/100). These cards are generally considered a subset of ultra rares. Most secret rare cards are reprints of other cards, often from the same set, but with a unique artwork scheme such as an alternate holofoil scheme, depiction of [[shiny Pokémon]], or a gold trim. [[Shiny Pokémon|Shining Pokémon]] and {{TCG|Crystal Pokémon}} are both examples of secret rares.
Secret rare cards are cards with set numbers outside the printed size of the set (for example, a card numbered 101/100). These cards are generally considered a subset of ultra rares. Most secret rare cards are reprints of other cards, often from the same set, but with a unique artwork scheme such as an alternate holofoil scheme, depiction of [[shiny Pokémon]], or a gold trim. [[Shiny Pokémon|Shining Pokémon]] and {{TCG|Crystal Pokémon}} are both examples of secret rares.
Previously, there were sparse amounts of Secret Rare cards released through various means, in which many were included as boxtoppers. Before the BW era, Secret cards mostly appeared in English versions, as they were either within normal set numbering or as promo cards in Japanese.
Previously, there were sparse amounts of Secret Rare cards released through various means, in which many were included as boxtoppers. Before the BW era, Secret cards mostly appeared in English versions, as they were either within normal set numbering or as promo cards in Japanese.
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* Full Art prints of Pokémon were introduced in {{TCG|Black & White}}. Later, Full Art prints of Supporters were introduced in {{TCG|Noble Victories}}. Full Art prints of Pokémon-EX and Pokémon-GX were introduced alongside their respective mechanics in {{TCG|Next Destinies}} and {{TCG|Sun & Moon}} respectively. However, Full Art cards are notably only considered "secret" in Japan, as these cards were within the numbering every English set, and therefore not Secret cards.
* Full Art prints of Pokémon were introduced in {{TCG|Black & White}}. Later, Full Art prints of Supporters were introduced in {{TCG|Noble Victories}}. Full Art prints of Pokémon-EX and Pokémon-GX were introduced alongside their respective mechanics in {{TCG|Next Destinies}} and {{TCG|Sun & Moon}} respectively. However, Full Art cards are notably only considered "secret" in Japan, as these cards were within the numbering every English set, and therefore not Secret cards.
* Rainbow Rare prints of most Pokémon-GX were introduced alongside the mechanic in {{TCG|Sun & Moon}}. Unlike their Full Art counterparts, they are Secret cards in every region. These cards feature the same art as their Full Art variants, but all have a rainbow holographic color instead of the actual color of the Pokémon that is present on the Full Art variant.
* Rainbow Rare prints of most Pokémon-GX were introduced alongside the mechanic in {{TCG|Sun & Moon}}. Unlike their Full Art counterparts, they are Secret cards in every region. These cards feature the same art as their Full Art variants, but all have a rainbow holographic color instead of the actual color of the Pokémon that is present on the Full Art variant.
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| colspan=3 | ''Examples of Secret Rare cards''
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! class="roundytop" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #{{tcg water color}}; border: 2px solid #{{tcg water color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Shining Gyarados (Neo Revelation 65)}}
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| class="roundybottom" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #fff; border: 2px solid #{{tcg water color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | [[File:ShiningGyaradosNeoRevelation65.jpg|250px]]
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! class="roundytop" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #{{tcg lightning color}}; border: 2px solid #{{tcg lightning color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Morpeko VMAX (Sword & Shield 204)}}
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| class="roundybottom" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #fff; border: 2px solid #{{tcg lightning color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | [[File:MorpekoVMAXSwordShield204.jpg|250px]]
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! class="roundytop" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #{{tcg trainer color}}; border: 2px solid #{{tcg trainer color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Ordinary Rod (Sword & Shield 215)}}
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| class="roundybottom" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #fff; border: 2px solid #{{tcg trainer color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | [[File:OrdinaryRodSwordShield215.jpg|250px]]
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==Fixed rarity==
===Trainer Kits, half decks and quarter decks===
Certain cards, such as those from certain decks (such as a [[Trainer Kit]] or some Japanese half or quarter decks) do not have a rarity listed on the bottom right corner of the card, and instead have the silhouette of the main Pokémon within the kit (such as the silhouette of {{p|Sylveon}} and {{p|Noivern}} in their respective half decks in the {{TCG|XY Trainer Kit}} — [[File:SylveonHalfDeckSymbol.png|20px]] '''/''' [[File:NoivernHalfDeckSymbol.png|25px]]).
===Promos===
Promos are promotional cards released during an event (such as {{DL|Play! Pokémon|TCG Premier Events|TCG Championships}}) or in certain merchandise (such as in tins). They have a {{DL|Promotional cards (TCG)|Black Star Promos|Black Star Promo}} symbol ([[File:SetSymbolPromo.png|20px]]) instead of a rarity symbol in the bottom right corner.
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| colspan=3 | ''Examples of Fixed Rarity cards''
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! class="roundytop" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #{{tcg fairy color}}; border: 2px solid #{{tcg fairy color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Sylveon (Sylveon Half Deck 15)}}
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| class="roundybottom" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #fff; border: 2px solid #{{tcg fairy color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | [[File:SylveonSylveonHalfDeck15.jpg|250px]]
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! class="roundytop" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #{{tcg colorless color}}; border: 2px solid #{{tcg colorless color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | {{color2|000|Snorlax-GX (SM Promo 5)}}
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| class="roundybottom" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #fff; border: 2px solid #{{tcg colorless color dark}}; padding: 5px;" | [[File:SnorlaxGXSMPromo5.jpg|250px]]
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